BSOA

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Bachelor of Science in Office Administration (BSOA)

The Bachelor of Science in Office Administration is a four-year degree program that follows a ladderized curriculum. Students specialize in one of three areas starting in their third year:

Corporate Transcription
Legal Transcription
Medical Transcription

The program is designed to equip graduates with the professional skills and competencies required to succeed in business, legal, or medical offices.

Objectives of the Program

Professional Preparation
- Equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, competencies, values, and attitudes needed to meet the demands of the evolving global market in Office Administration.
Critical Thinking and Research
- Provide an environment that encourages critical thinking through research, extension programs, and production activities.
Personal Development
- Foster a positive self-concept, values, and attitudes to help students adapt to the challenges of the workplace.
Leadership and Excellence
- Instill the desire to excel and take on leadership roles within the community and the field of Office Administration.
Nationalism and Cultural Pride
- Promote a deep sense of nationalism and pride in Filipino culture and national identity.

History of the Bachelor of Science in Office Administration (BSOA) at PUP

The Bachelor of Science in Office Administration (BSOA) program at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) was established to meet the growing demand for skilled administrative professionals in various industries. With PUP’s commitment to providing quality and accessible education, the program was introduced as part of the university’s mission to equip students with practical skills and a strong foundation in office management, communication, and organizational systems.

Over the years, the BSOA program evolved to reflect the changing needs of the workplace. The program adopted a ladderized curriculum, allowing students to specialize in Corporate Transcription, Legal Transcription, or Medical Transcription starting in their third year. This specialization prepares students for careers in diverse fields such as business offices, legal institutions, and healthcare organizations.

The BSOA program has gained recognition for producing competent graduates who are known for their professionalism, adaptability, and technical expertise. Today, it continues to be one of the most sought-after programs at PUP, contributing to the university’s legacy of excellence and service to the Filipino people.

Objectives of the Program

Equip its graduates with knowledge, skills and competencies, values and attitudes that prepare them for the demands of a constantly evolving global market in Office Administration.
Provide the students with an environment conducive to critical thinking through research, extension and production.
Inculcate in the student's consciousness a positive self-concept, values and attitudes that will make them cope with the demands of work.
Instil in the student the desire to excel and to lead in the community and in the field of Office Administration.
Promote a deep sense of nationalism and pride in the studentsâ€™ own culture and national identity.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements for the BSOA programs are as follows:

Incoming Freshmen

Must have passed the PUP College Entrance Test (PUPCET)
Must have a high school average of 82% and above
Must have a grade of 82% in English
Must have passed the interview given by the college

Shiftees

Must have completed at least one (1) year residence in previous college with GWA of 2.0 or higher and with no failing grade, incomplete, and/ or withdrawn/ dropped course.
Passed the college screening
Filed a Shifting Form duly released, accepted and acknowledged by the releasing college, accepting college, and OUR respectively.
Acceptance of application for shifting to the program is subject to the availability of slots.

Transferees

Must have completed at least one (1) year residence in previous college /university with no failing grade, incomplete, and/or withdrawn/dropped course.
Passed the college screening.
Acceptance of application for transferees to the program is subject to the availability of slots.

Retention Requirements

The College being a branch of the University and in consonance with the academic rules, the students must comply the following:

No failures of grade equivalent to 75% on the total units enrolled in the previous semester;
With good moral character;
And finished the course in the prescribed number of years or with an extension of one year on a case to case basis.

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